Speakers

Speakers

Rochella Marable

Sister Rochella Marable is the Director of Women’s Ministry at Antioch Baptist Church, Fairfax Station, VA. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Theological Studies from Liberty University. Additionally, she has studied at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary and The John Leland Center for Theological Studies in Arlington, VA. As a diligent student of God’s Word, she has traveled to the Holy Land to further her biblical knowledge. She is a workshop presenter, prayer breakfast speaker and Bible study teacher.

Elaine Bonds Elaine

ElaineBonds.com

Elaine teaches Bible study at her church and loves sharing God's Word with women. She uses honesty, transparency and humor to communicate how God has radically changed her life. She is a graduate of the Proverbs 31 Ministries “She Speaks” Conference.

Elaine can create a message around your theme, or choose from one of her topics: It's A Jungle Out There; Both Feet In; A Time for Courage; Get Real -- Get Girlfriends; The Maze of Marriage; The Words of My Heart

Rebecca Borum

Rebecca Borum’s first teaching opportunity began with 6-year-olds in her church in Germany, where she was stationed with the Army. After several years, God moved her from teaching children to teaching women. As the Lord continued to grow Rebecca, she began speaking and directing retreat weekends titled, “Living In Focus Everyday (LIFE).” She and her husband are members of Woodbridge Church of the Nazarene where she served as the Women’s Ministry Director. Rebecca leads retreats and conferences at churches in the local area.

Sue Marie Bowling

www.ThatOrganizer.com

Sue Marie’s seminar, Applying God’s Order In Your Chaotic World, is designed to encourage, inspire and equip women to create and maintain a culture of order in their lives that reflects the peace and beauty of our creator. It is an excellent program for women’s conferences and can be abbreviated to meet the particular needs of your group. It has also proven to be a wonderful outreach opportunity to women who do not regularly attend church. Some of the topics included are “The Colossians 3 Challenge,” “The Sacred Art of De-Accumulation,” “The Titus 2 Woman,” and “The 25th Hour; Seizing Control of God’s Gift of Time,”

Polly Boyette

lifeisabuffet.com

Polly is the author of the Life is a Buffet book series, which uses humor and Biblical principles to remind us how vital laughter and joy are to our everyday lives. She has a contagious and uplifting sense of humor and a real gift for storytelling. Polly is a dynamic speaker and uses inspirational humor and real life experiences to encourage and inspire women in their daily routines. Her charming stories and teachings remind women of the basics of the gospel and the joy in serving Christ. Born in Virginia, Polly has been a member of Wave Church in Virginia Beach for 21 years where she serves as a Women's Connect Leader and is active in other areas of church life.

Tracey Casciano

traceycasciano.com

Tracey is a passionate speaker and writer shining a light for Jesus through her encouraging words as a blogger, speaker, and writer. Her desire is to help others who may be suffering or doubting themselves on their current path in life. After a childhood with an alcoholic mother and abusive father, her love for the Lord helped her rise above her past. She is happily married and in the midst of raising four wonderful sons. Tracey has a background in Special Education and has been a missionary in Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. Her first book, Out of the Darkroom, Into the Light: A Story of Faith and Forgiveness after Child Abuse was published in early 2016.

Chimene Shipley Dupler

Chimene Shipley Dupler, Founder and President/CEO of Pink Polka Dot Productions and the Passion4Moms ministry, is a well-respected speaker and professional on marriage and parenting. Chimene loves the opportunity to help others achieve their goals and work through struggles to make their marriages, parenting, and life experiences fabulous. Previously, Chimene worked on Capitol Hill in the United States Senate and at foster homes and residential treatment centers as a social worker. Chimene graduated from Baylor University with a B.S. in Child and Family Studies. She thrives on being able to live out her passion for marriage and parenting daily, endeavoring to bring God glory as a wife and mother and living life to the fullest. Chimene and her husband currently reside in Washington, DC, with their three princesses.

Liz Faison

fitforchrist.us

Liz Faison and her husband, Jim, are the founders of Fit for Christ, a personal training and wellness ministry that seeks to improve spiritual, physical, and emotional health. Liz previously served in Christian radio and TV for fifteen years, and left seven years ago to begin Fit for Christ. Liz came out of an abusive first marriage, and the Lord brought her from homelessness and an uncertain future to sending her children to college and serving the Lord full-time. Her family struggles with the early death of her mother, obesity, and self-esteem issues led her to her passion for fitness and health. It is never too late to start a healthier journey. Liz and Jim have been married nine years and have six children and two beautiful granddaughters in their blended family.

Ginger Harrington

gingerharrington.com

Author of the award-winning book, "Holy in the Moment: Simple Ways to Love God and Enjoy Your Life," Ginger Harrington is a speaker and innovative ministry leader. Ginger shares God’s word in creative and relevant ways, helping busy women to live well by making intentional choices to love God, embrace truth and enjoy life. A member of the Advanced Christian Writers and Speakers Association with 10+ years of speaking experience, Ginger has inspired hundreds of women. Ginger is the publishing coordinator for Planting Roots: Strength to Thrive In Military Life and guest posts at Lightworkers.com, Guideposts, (in)courage, The Praying Woman, For Every Mom and others. Ginger and her retired Marine husband have three young adult children. Connect with Ginger on Facebook or Instagram @GingerHarrington.

Katie Hawkins

katiehawkins.net

Katie was a schoolteacher in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, when she met both Jesus and her husband. The ensuing years were spent studying and teaching the Bible as God opened doors through their various military assignments. Katie developed a heart for teaching women through great mentors like Kay Arthur and Lysa TerKeurst. After 15 years of serving on staff at a church in Stafford, VA, she is now able to focus more on Bible teaching and ministering to women through gatherings and speaking opportunities. Some of her favorite topics include: Prayer, Purposeful Living, Joy Despite Circumstances, and The Holy Spirit. She also loves evangelistic messages which she repeatedly gives as she leads the Alpha course in the Northern VA area.

Kim Hyland

winsomewoman.blogspot.com

Kim Hyland is a writer, speaker, and the founder and host of Winsome, an annual retreat held in PA. for women of all ages, stages, and walks of life. Kim blogs at Winsome Woman, and her first book will be released by Baker Books in early 2018. Kim is also Jeff's wife, mom to five sons and one daughter, mother-in-love to three, and grandma to Amelia, Elisha, and Ezra! Kim's passions are to love her family and friends well and to encourage women through sharing her imperfect path and God's perfect plans.

Karen Knight

Heartsongs Ministries, Inc.

Karen is best known for her role as Mrs. Noah in the renowned production NOAH, THE MUSICAL. In addition, her soaring soprano voice and witty and inspiring speaking have been heard in churches, concerts and musical theater in the US, Europe and Asia. Karen travels extensively as a concert artist, and as a speaker and dramatist with her ministry, Heartsongs Ministries Inc.

Karen Knight Drama Presentations: Combining dramatic acting and music, Karen creates inspiring presentations in full costume based on the lives of Biblical and Historical Women of Faith. They are uplifting, exciting, humorous and profoundly moving.

Esther Shin

After 21 years working for the federal government as a medical information specialist, Esther Shin resigned, though not yet qualifying for retirement, in order to step into women’s ministry. She desires to serve others, specifically women, and is passionate about the Word of God. Esther and her husband Rev. Sang Yun Shin have started several churches of various languages in Virginia and have served as mentors and coaches to leaders. Esther and her husband have three children.

Renee M. Woolfolk

Small Groups Ministry Director

As Small Groups Ministry Director at First Mount Zion Baptist Church in Dumfries, Renee oversees the growth and development of more than 33 small groups that meet across the DC Metro area and offers monthly training to group leaders. Topics include Casting Vision for Your Small Groups, Small Groups Loves Elephants-Exploring the Dynamics of Small Groups, Foundational Principles of Small Groups, and Small Groups Facilitation.

Renee has a heart for community; growing in love of God and loving your neighbor as yourself, resulting in one’s full potential in Christ.